Visit to Old/Sick Artistes

Visit to Old/Sick Artistes is a supportive scheme by the Tiatr Academy of Goa (TAG) that brings comfort, care, and one-time financial support of ₹10,000 to veteran tiatr artistes facing illness or age-related hardships. The scheme is still open and TAG keeps reaching out to old and sick performers across Goa who have given years to the tiatr stage.

Visit to Old/Sick Artistes connects the younger generation with the rich cultural legacy and sacrifices made by veteran tiatr artistes of yesteryears. Through this scheme, the Tiatr Academy of Goa reaches out to legendary performers who now face sickness, loneliness, or the challenges of old age.

By arranging visits to these respected artistes, the scheme makes sure they feel valued and cared for by their community. TAG recognizes that many pioneers of tiatr deserve support, and these visits aim to bring them emotional comfort alongside essential help during difficult times.

Visit to Old/Sick Artistes - Introduction

Many veteran tiatr artistes who contributed a lot to the growth of tiatr in the past have now grown old and often spend their time in sickness or loneliness. So TAG has framed this scheme so that occasional visits to these veteran artistes make them feel that the Academy still cares for them in their old age.

Key Information

Benefits

This scheme offers compassion and tangible help to veteran performers through the following benefits:

• Members of the tiatr fraternity visit eligible artistes at their residences or, if admitted, at the hospital to offer support and ask about their health.
• TAG arranges a vehicle or provides a travel allowance for these volunteers, along with refreshments or a working meal.
• Artistes receive a one-time financial support of ₹10,000 by cheque during the first visit to help cover their treatment costs.

Eligibility

To be considered for this support, you should meet the following criteria:

• TAG identifies the sick or old tiatr artistes based on reports received from the tiatr fraternity.
• You must have contributed at least 10 years to the tiatr field, whether in commercial or non-commercial tiatr, khell tiatr, or khell.
• If you are a writer or director, you should have successfully staged at least 10 tiatr, khell tiatr, or khell productions. Actors and other performers should have taken part in at least 50 tiatrs.

Application Process

You should follow this offline process to apply for support:

STEP 1 - Download and print the prescribed application form from the Goa government website.

STEP 2 - Fill in all required fields carefully, attach self-attested copies of the identity and experience documents asked for, and sign the form.

STEP 3 - Send your completed application to the Tiatr Academy of Goa, AS-1 / AS-4, Block A, 2nd Floor, Campal Trade Centre, Opposite Kala Academy, Campal, Panaji, Goa, India - 403001.

Note: TAG reserves the right to change these rules from time to time.

Documents

The exact documents needed for your application are notified directly by the Tiatr Academy of Goa. It is best to contact their office or check the official scheme page to make sure you have the correct paperwork ready.

References

Official Guidelines (Goa Government)

Visit to Old/Sick Artistes - Scheme Norms PDF

FAQ's

If I have contributed to tiatr performances but only in non-commercial settings, will I still be considered eligible?

Yes, contributions made in both commercial and non-commercial tiatr, khell tiatr, or khell performances qualify under the scheme criteria.

How many years of active contribution in tiatr performances are required to qualify under this scheme?

You must have contributed for a minimum of 10 years in tiatr, khell tiatr, or khell productions.

If I am primarily a writer or director rather than a stage performer, can I apply for support under this scheme?

Yes, writers or directors who have successfully staged at least 10 tiatr, khell tiatr, or khell productions are eligible.

Do actors need to meet the same performance count as writers and directors?

No. Actors and other performers should have taken part in at least 50 tiatrs, while writers and directors need to have staged 10 productions.

Am I required to be currently active in tiatr performances to receive this support, or is past contribution sufficient?

Past contribution is sufficient; the eligibility focuses on your years of dedicated service to the craft.

Can I still qualify if I contributed significantly but for less than 10 years in the tiatr field?

No, the scheme policy requires a minimum of 10 years of contribution to be eligible for support.

If I am already admitted to a hospital due to illness, will visits still be arranged for me?

Yes, members of the tiatr fraternity can visit you at the hospital to provide moral support and check on your recovery.

Who decides whether I am identified as an old or sick artiste for the purpose of this scheme?

The Tiatr Academy of Goa identifies eligible recipients based on reports gathered from the wider tiatr community.

If I meet the eligibility criteria, will I automatically receive financial support, or is it linked to the first visit?

The one-time financial support of ₹10,000 is extended specifically during the first official visit.

Is the financial support under this scheme restricted for use only towards medical treatment?

Yes, the support is provided to help you manage your treatment costs well.

Will the support under this scheme be given more than once if I remain unwell over a long period?

No, the financial support is a one-time benefit provided during the first visit only.

Do I need to arrange my own travel if I wish to meet fellow artistes as part of this scheme?

No, the Tiatr Academy of Goa provides either a vehicle or a travel allowance to volunteers who make these visits.

Will the Academy provide any refreshments or meals for volunteers who visit old or sick artistes?

Yes, the Academy provides refreshments or a working meal for volunteers conducting these visits.